STAR SUPERKIDS: Glenn works hard to exceed expectations

The Star's Sheffield Superkids Awards 2015 held at Magna Science Adventure Centre in Rotherham. Educational Progress Award sponsored by Parkwood Academy. The winner Glenn Brightmore could not be there on the night so Glenn's head teacher, Dean Jones of Firth Park Academy accepted the award which was presented by Niall Williams.

The winner of the Educational Progress Award has made more progress than any other student at his school in the last year - something our judges felt deserved to be recognised and rewarded.

Glenn Brightmore, aged 16, arrived at Firth Park Academy from primary school on a Level 2 and has been classed as ‘exceeding expectations’ after progressing more than five levels within his time at the academy – an incredible improvement.

Glenn received the award, sponsored by Parkwood Academy, for his hard work and the commitment he has shown to his studies and improving his grades.

Glenn is also a young carer, which only makes his achievements more impressive.

His principal Dean Jones, who accepted the award on his behalf at the ceremony, said: “Glenn came to us at the lowest possible level and worked hard to progress beyond all expectations in his time here. We’re incredibly proud of his achievements and pleased to see his hard work recognised.”